Early Years Practitioner – Level 2 or Level 3
Headingley Nursery, Chapel Hall, Chapel Fold, Cardigan Lane, Burley, Leeds LS6 3RG
Up to £13.50 per hour | Full-time or Part-time | 4 or 5 days
Join our Ofsted Outstanding Nursery!
Are you passionate about Early Years and looking for a nursery where you can grow as well as the children?
Our beautiful Headingley Nursery is based near Burley Park train station, close to Headingley and Leeds city centre. We’re a warm, supportive team providing outstanding care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
Whether you're an experienced practitioner or newly qualified, we'd love to hear from you.
Want to progress your career?
We believe in promoting from within and supporting our team to develop.
Alongside our practitioner vacancies, we also have opportunities for those ready to take the next step:
- Room Leader positions
- Maternity Cover Nursery Manager role
- Ongoing training, CPD and career progression
If you're ambitious and want to build a long-term career in Early Years, we can help you get there!
What you'll be doing
- Providing outstanding care and education across Babies, Toddlers and Pre-School
- Planning fun, engaging activities linked to children's interests
- Supporting children's development and school readiness
- Observing and assessing children's progress in line with the EYFS
- Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment
- Building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
What we're looking for
✔ Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
✔ Nursery experience preferred – newly qualified practitioners welcome
✔ Passionate about children's learning and development
✔ Positive, enthusiastic and committed
✔A great team player with excellent communication skills
What's in it for you?
- 28 days holiday, including Christmas closure (pro rata)
- Company pension
- Flexible working
- Discounted childcare
- Free hot lunches, tea & coffee
- Uniform provided
- Company events & annual Christmas Awards
- Ongoing training and CPD
- Real opportunities to progress your career
- Opportunities to join our international volunteer projects
Children's Corner Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list information. All appointments are subject to rigorous safer recruitment procedures, including satisfactory references.
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join our Headingley team!
Pay: Up to £13.50 per hour
Work Location: In person